Nex week we celebrate Ash Wednesday and begin the season of Lent; a time of reflection, self-examination, and preparation for the coming of Easter.
Many of us give up a tangible food like chocolate as a physical reminder of what Jesus sacrificed for us. This year, consider “fasting” from things that damage the earth, sacrificing in ways that build up and protect God’s perfect creation. Pastor Megan shared the following list as a starting point for a Lenten experience in living simply and caring for our world. Choose one or more of these that speaks to you and your life.
“Fast” from disposable food/beverage containers. Start small by “fasting” straws or make a bigger commitment like “fasting” all single-use containers and utensils.
- Fast from disposable food/beverage containers. Start small by fasting straws or make a bigger commitment like fasting all single-use containers and utensils.
- Fast from meat and fish. (Click on the links below for new vegan recipe this week from Jen Seeley.)
- Fast from meat and fish that is not ethical/sustainable.
- Fast from driving by walking/biking/carpooling to work or school (once a week or daily).
- Fast from showers longer than 5 minutes.
- Fast from over consumption: don’t buy stuff you don’t need.
- Fast from eating out.
You may find other ways of fasting that are meaningful and support all people and all creation. We hope you will share those ideas with us!
Terra
https://tasty.co/recipe/slow-cooker-coconut-curry
Life Changing Pancakes http://edencommunitygardens.org/index.php/2022/02/24/life-changing-pancakes-adapted-from-vegan-8/